Contributes to the project management and documentation of accounting practices in conjunction with corporate policies, the maintenance of its fiscal records in a shared services environment, and the preparation of its financial reports.

• Provides leadership and US GAAP subject matter expertise to the segment’s worldwide Accounting and Finance functions.
• Develops an efficient monthly, quarterly and year-end financial statement close process.
• Coordinates with the global Regional Controllers to ensure the timeliness and accuracy of monthly Income Statement, Operating Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement reporting.
• In conjunction with corporate and segment management, designs and implements improvements in processes and documentation regarding the financial statement close process, reducing the completion time of the monthly close.
• In conjunction with corporate FP&A and operational management, recommends benchmarks for measuring the financial and operating performance of the company, its functions and departments.
• Develops an effective Accounting and Finance mergers and acquisition integration plan including the development of transaction services agreements where applicable.
• Provides support as the Company integrates new business systems. Ensures that the financial management systems and financial policy framework are supported by internal financial standards and internal controls that conform with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.
• Responsible for assuring the company is compliant with customer imposed cost accounting standards, such as those promulgated by the Federal Acquisition Regulations or other similar regulations, where applicable.
• Develops policies and processes to remediate weaknesses in identified internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Supports financial management on improving processes and enhancing internal controls

Four-year college degree in accounting or related field plus a minimum of fifteen years related experience. Strong experience in Audit, Controls and Compliance and/or Accounting. CPA certification or Master’s degree required. Prior management and team leadership experience required. Advanced analytical skills necessary to organize, plan and direct work and develop short-term and long-range plans for the Company’s accounting responsibilities. Must be able to communicate effectively with other members of management. Must be available for limited domestic and occasional international travel.